Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41), who holds many William and Mary records, makes a move against Atlanta's Josh Wilson in the second quarter of their game in preseason Week 2.

Texans running back Jonathan Grimes (41), who holds many William and Mary records, makes a move against Atlanta's Josh Wilson in the second quarter of their game in preseason Week 2. (Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Primarily because of a numbers game, the undrafted 5-foot-10, 207-pounder hasn't been able to ensure an NFL spot for too long. But if statistics are any indication, this week's 32-7 win over Atlanta in preseason Week 2 certainly helped his cause.

He ran effectively, he caught passes and he even returned a tipped punt 17 yards for a touchdown.

Here's a look at how players with state connections performed in their most recent games.

Listed by jersey number (if still applicable), name, connections and statistics:.